October weather forecast
Mud Butte, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Mud Butte, South Dakota, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 56.7°F (13.7°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

October signals a significant shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) to a refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C). In October, Mud Butte experiences an average nighttime temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Mud Butte is 58%.

Rainfall

In Mud Butte, in October, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mud Butte, there are 99.7 rainfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mud Butte. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.3 snowfall days, and 22.95" (583mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mud Butte, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of October in Mud Butte, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Mud Butte is 6.9h.

UV index

In Mud Butte, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mud Butte in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Mud Butte, is 56.7°F (13.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.2°F (5.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Mud Butte?

In Mud Butte, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

How many days does it rain in October in Mud Butte?

In Mud Butte, in October, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Mud Butte?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Mud Butte?

In Mud Butte, the average day length in October is 10h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Mud Butte?

On the first day of October in Mud Butte, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Mud Butte?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Mud Butte?

In Mud Butte, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mud Butte, SD

Average temperature in October - Mud Butte, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Mud Butte, SD

Average pressure in October - Mud Butte, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Mud Butte, SD

Average wind speed in October - Mud Butte, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Mud Butte, SD

Average humidity in October - Mud Butte, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

Average rainfall in October
Mud Butte, SD

Average rainfall in October - Mud Butte, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Mud Butte, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Mud Butte, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mud Butte, SD

Average snowfall in October - Mud Butte, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mud Butte, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Mud Butte, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mud Butte, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mud Butte, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mud Butte, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Mud Butte, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Mud Butte, SD

Average UV index in October - Mud Butte, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Mud Butte, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Mud Butte, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in October
Mud Butte, SD

Average visibility in October - Mud Butte, SD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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